Summary
Georgia is not a traditional open carry state. However, open carry IS legal with a Georgia permit. It is also worthy of note that you MAY openly carry a firearm without a permit in a motor vehicle.
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| Legal Disclaimer |
We make every effort to provide correct information on this site. However, the legal landscape surrounding open carry is fluid and subject to a myriad of political influences in the various states. Therefore, any and all information you glean from this site should be independently verified! |
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| State Constitution |
Article I, Section I, Paragraph VIII
The right of the people to keep and bear arms shall not be infringed, but the General Assembly shall have the power to prescribe the manner in which arms may be borne. |
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| Minimum Age to OC |
No Statutory Limit |
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| Preemption |
Complete State Preemption of All Firearm Laws
NOTE: Almost all states allow local regulation of the discharge of firearms |
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| Open Car Carry |
You may open carry in a vehicle either in plain view OR in a glove box. |
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| Private Sales |
Not Yet Determined |
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| Permit Issued |
Not Yet Determined |
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| K-12 Carry |
Not Yet Determined
NOTE: The Federal Gun-Free School Zones Act Restricts Carry to Permit Holders |
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| College Carry |
Carry Prohibited by Statute
NOTE: Even if Legal, Students May be Subject to Academic Sanctions |
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| Places Off Limits |
Currently Being Researched
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